Red Sox pregame notes: David Ortiz plays with caution

Associated Press file photoBoston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz was in the lineup Saturday, but still watching a sore left heel.

BOSTON - David Ortiz was in the Red Sox lineup Saturday, but his sore left heel was being watched.

"He's probably not going to be stealing a lot of bases. We have an understanding that if he feels anything, if he feels he should not be swinging even if the pitch is right over the plate, it's OK,'' manager Bobby Valentine said.

Ortiz injured his heel while running out an infield hit Friday against Cleveland. He was replaced by pinch-hitter Darnell McDonald in the seventh inning.

Earlier in the day, he had been involved in a minor car accident, but that was unrelated as it caused no injuries.
BEANE MEMORIAL: The family of deceased Red Sox public address announcer Carl Beane will hold a public memorial service Wednesday night at 7.

The service will take place at Sturbridge Host Hotel and Convention Center at 366 Main Street in Sturbridge.

Beane, 59, died Wednesday when he suffered a heart attack while driving. The Agawam native had been Fenway Park's announcer since 2003.

NEW MAN: Valentine knew little about outfielder Scott Podsednik, who was acquired for cash on Friday.

Podsednik, 36, had been in the Phillies' organization. He has not played in the majors since 2010.

"All I know is that we got him, his legs are in good shape and he's running well,'' Valentine said.

Podsednik was assigned to Triple A Pawtucket. He has played for six teams and stolen 301 bases in 10 big league seasons.